Colorado Eagles acquire defenseman Mark Nemec

On Friday, the Colorado Eagles made a move to solidify the defense, picking up Mark Nemec in a trade with the Orlando Solar Bears for future considerations.

Nemec, a 6-foot-4, 210-pound defenseman, played six games with Orlando last year after finishing his stint at the University of Maine, serving as team captain as a senior. He started this season in the Adirondack Phantoms' camp before moving to Orlando.

Nemec, who tallied 17 points at Maine in 137 career games, is expected to be with the team as they open up the regular season on the road at Stockton. The Eagles just completed a two-exhibition sweep of the Las Vegas Wranglers at the Budweiser Events Center on Thursday. The team is scheduled to practice Saturday and Monday through Wednesday.